Eliya Shpitalnik
New Jersey,USA
Summary
Experienced IAM Engineer with over 5 years in implementing enterprise identity solutions and access governance across cloud and on-prem environments. Skilled in integrating applications with Okta-style identity platforms using SAML and SSO. Proficient in identity lifecycle management, RBAC, and compliance frameworks such as NIST and GRC, with a focus on collaboration across security, infrastructure, and application teams.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
IAM System Specialist
Dow Jones
10.2023 - Current
- Implement and maintain SAML 2.0 Single Sign-On (SSO) integrations enabling secure federated access to enterprise applications.
- Manage identity lifecycle operations including user provisioning, deprovisioning, and access management across Active Directory and Salesforce.
- Troubleshoot authentication and federation issues across identity providers and SaaS platforms.
- Analyze Splunk security logs to support incident investigations and identity-related threat monitoring.
- Collaborate with security teams to implement AAA frameworks and identity governance controls aligned with NIST security practices.
- Support compliance initiatives addressing regulatory standards including COPPA and NIS2.
Network Engineer
Verizon
01.2023 - 09.2023
- Monitored network KPIs to ensure availability and reliability of large-scale cellular infrastructure, contributing to optimal service performance.
- Investigated authentication and network issues through packet analysis of DNS, RADIUS, Diameter, and RTP protocols, leading to resolution of critical connectivity problems.
- Developed SQL queries and Python scripts to analyze incident data, enhancing ticket resolution process for enterprise users.
Service Desk Engineer
U.S. Department of Health and Human Services - OIG
06.2022 - 12.2022
- Managed user identities, permissions, and access requests in Active Directory and Azure environments to ensure secure access control.
- Investigated and responded to SIEM security alerts and identity-related incidents to mitigate potential security threats.
- Supported endpoint security operations with Carbon Black EDR and Sophos firewalls to enhance overall security posture.
Service Desk Analyst
Bausch Health
09.2019 - 03.2021
- Resolved enterprise access and authentication issues involving Office 365, Citrix, and cloud identity services.
- Documented IT procedures and incident response workflows for internal knowledge bases.
- Assisted with corporate phishing simulation campaigns and security awareness initiatives.
Education
Cybersecurity Professional Certificate -
NJIT
CompTIA Security+ - SY0-601
A.S. - Computer Science
Brookdale Community College
Skills
- Okta
- Azure AD
- Entra ID
- Active Directory
- SAML 20
- MFA
- Access provisioning/deprovisioning
- Identity lifecycle management
- SIEM monitoring
- Splunk
- PowerShell
- Python
- SQL
Timeline
IAM System Specialist
Dow Jones
10.2023 - Current
Network Engineer
Verizon
01.2023 - 09.2023
Service Desk Engineer
U.S. Department of Health and Human Services - OIG
06.2022 - 12.2022
Service Desk Analyst
Bausch Health
09.2019 - 03.2021
Cybersecurity Professional Certificate -
NJIT
CompTIA Security+ - SY0-601
A.S. - Computer Science
Brookdale Community College